Homeless at 9. Abused at 11. Is this Venice Beach Man's homelessness by choice?
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- Опубліковано 8 вер 2020
- Chad was first homeless at 9 years old. His mom lost the house they were living in, so they moved into their car. After a few years of living between vehicles and homeless shelters with his mother, Chad ended back on the streets homeless at 11 years old. Chad got into am trouble and was placed into foster care, then at 13 he ran away, and he has been homeless ever since. Chad is now 28, having spent most of his life homeless.
Chad says, "I don't like being homeless, but that's what I mainly know." Chad has gotten used to homelessness. He's really known knowing else.
When people see a homeless person like Chad in Venice Beach, they don't know the backstory of how that person became homeless. Venice has always been a party city ever since Abbot Kinney founded Venice of America in 1905. Thousands of people, many of them artists, are attracted to the beach community for its Bohemian lifestyle. Like Chad, many are not living outside by choice. Life circumstances often childhood trauma push a person into homelessness. Once on the streets, it's extremely hard to get out.
Most people blame homelessness on the person experiencing it instead of on the shortage of affordable housing, gainful employment, living wages, childhood trauma, or countless other reasons that put a person at risk. This lack of understanding creates a dangerous cycle of misperception that leads to the inability to effectively address the root causes of homelessness and poverty, as public sentiment affects public policy.
Some people hold onto the false belief that homelessness is a result of a person's bad choices. Chad's never had a chance to be a child or an adult. He's never had a job. Chad doesn't even own a pair of shoes. No one is going to hire Chad. There is a very good chance that Chad will spend the rest of his life homeless, dying outside at some point. But you can help change that.
Your voice can help end homelessness. If we do not fix the affordable housing crisis, homelessness will continue to get worse. Click here invisiblepeople.tv/getinvolved to tweet, email, call, or Facebook your federal and state legislators to tell them ending homelessness and creating more affordable housing is a priority to you.
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Affordable housing for the over 65000 in ca where homes working people are leaving because they can't afford the homes, lol, also the fact that a lot of them have
drug or alcohol problems where they can't work, etc
@@kathylarson8876 Having a hard time following your post.
Did I miss something funny? "lol"?
Laura O whoosh
@@LoloO42 I'm thinking drug or alcohol problems might be the culprit for this poorly constructed post of hate.
@Judy Agallar what has that got to do with contacting your representative to let them know you would like more attention, dollars allocated to the growing homeless crisis in this country?
This man could hate the world yet he doesn't
How do you know that?
well he did attack a store clerk for giving him a dirty look...
I get what your saying but not really, He just had a family that didn't really care about him much, it doesn't give you the right to unleash your anger on everybody else though. But I'm gonna pray that God gives him the strength to survive out there and that someone can come and help him to get off the streets. Because it's just not safe, a lot of people treat homeless people pretty harsh, and rob their stuff.
Lord, we intercede for those that do not have shelter of their own. Lord, bless them with protection from the elements, bless them to have sufficiency of food and clothing, bless them with joy and peace of the mind. We know you are able to protect your people and supply our every need. give him the strength to get off the streets, so he can have a house, wife, children and a Job to feed his family. In your Name Jesus Christ, I pray, Amen.
Jesus?
@Only the truth he didn't seem very privileged to me.
Just damaged.
He didn’t wish for money, a house or even fame. He wished for world peace and to help the ecosystem. What an amazing man
> He didn’t wish for money, a house
Thats his problem.
Its only words tho, too many people forget all that when they became rich, maybe not this man but just saying..
He should wish for his two front teeth.
How about for Christmas?
I totally agree with you
I mean he did literally admit in the video that he beat up a store clerk up for giving him a dirty look while he was blackout drunk. Doesn't sound like an amazing man to me.
My dad offered a homeless man a job, he accepted it and in a month was no longer homeless.
Your dad's awesome. Be proud of him!
What a difference a chance can make! Your Father is a good man @SaffronCity
That is wonderful!
Be proud of your dad !
Your dad is a living angel. God bless him
the internet is a strong force, can't we somehow band together and find this guy?? he deserves more. and he should have a TED talk.
I thought the same thing. There's people that know how to get an ID and I'm sure there's people who would offer him a job and teach him to do it. There must be!
If we all email or contact Ted talk we can make it happen! Let's not be people of talk and make this action happen!
@Babala Habala Because Ted Talk is an internationally known program that people purposely search for. If this specific video isn't in your recommended then the odds of someone seeing it is slim to none. If he was on a Ted Talk then he would get the notice he would need to be properly helped.
Ted talks are what made America bullshit. You should only help him and make people like him have a better life . In real life who work real hard don't go to shit Ted talks or do anything like that because it is really pointless and bullshit. Overall they don't even give real advice to children
Yea I really hope dude filming him at least rendered more aid than some socks. Like gave him information or brought him to programs to get off the street and get his ID and stuff and not just exploit him for this video.
3 wishes, and not one for himself...this is a special dude, god bless him.
You're being manipulated.
@@maynardcast there is obviously someone who has to disrespect others, preaching what you believe is ok but not in this way you’re insulting him and his beliefs..
@@maynardcast The sky protects the earth from the lethal rays of the sun. If the sky did not exist then the sun’s radiation would have killed off all life on earth. It also acts like a blanket wrapped around the earth, to protect it from the freezing cold of space. The temperature just above the sky is approximately -270oC. If this temperature was to reach earth then the planet would freeze over instantly. The sky also protects life on earth by warming the surface through heat retention. “We made the sky a protective ceiling. And yet they are turning away from Our signs!” (Quran 21:32)
@@maynardcast The fact that the universe is expanding was discovered in the last century. The physicist Stephen Hawking in his book ‘A Brief History of Time’ writes, “The discovery that the universe is expanding was one of the great intellectual revolutions of the 20th century.” “And it is We who have built the universe with [Our creative] power and keep expanding it.”[ Quran, 51:47]
@@maynardcast The fact that living things consist mostly of water was discovered only after the invention of the microscope. In the deserts of Arabia, the last thing someone would have guessed is that all life came from water. “We made every living thing from water? will they not believe?”[Quran, 21:30]
Guy hasn't anything and his 3 wishes weren't for himself.
The meek will inherit the earth. If only we would all wake up to what we're doing.
True. What a wonderful guy. Don't know what to say about it 😢 I'm 28 to
That’s exactly why he doesn’t have anything...
@@wildamerican2771 Hm, not really but ok
Hypothetical choices don’t count for much
This guy has a better outlook on things then most people who have everything!
Indeed, It looks really fake to me.
@brass monkey He’s got a point though
Well you only start to truly value something when you lose it so.
Generally, the less you have, the less you seek.
This dude gets blackout drunk and fights. He is in no way in good shape. He is not ok.
God... He has nothing and had the most terrifying life, yet wishes for a world peace? He should be a great motivator that speaks on a stage.
This guy literally has nothing, yet non of his 3 wishes is for himself. I am so humbled right now.
c you’re a loser fool
c dude that’s weird that a thought like that ran through your head 😂tells me all I need to know about you sus boy
c and why you subscribed to the muppets and cooking shows old man lmao
@c You need not be naive.. First off no one will hire you without a Photo ID or a Address and if you do not have proper clothing and shoes to address the public.... There Homeless people because they fell into the the Governments Agenda.... To break up the family unit make families Homeless and push them into poverty and make them Government dependent... They give funding for Situations like this and they use it to give them needles and drugs and a little bit of food NO HELP WHAT SO EVER TO GET THEM OFF THE STREETS... Wake up and smell the BULLSHIT... They can help these people become working class citizens but that would go against the Agenda 21 New World Order aka Globalist Agenda in which we all know that California is the MOLD FOR the rest of the United States of America 🇺🇸 to be implemented in... Smfh
@c you dont believe in good or bad, but persist to say how he might have both going on........
You sound really hard on yourself, ease up bud!
He's the definition of a real person. Not a fake snake.
i hope Diogenes found him
God bless, Jesus loves you and died for you
yea do you know what it takes too be this woke its alot of bullshit it makes you understand we are blessed and have alot
We are ALL a product of our environment. We cannot be "fake" bc the way we act and respond is a learned behavior to survive - much like his response when he sleeps.
I think that his view of helping others, the earth, and the future for humanity is commendable but is based on his unfortunate experiences. The beaches are his home which is why he mentioned that he wants to make efforts to clean it. Trash because that's what he sees being his main source of nourishment and housing, well I think that's obvious.
You judge people for being "fake" but again, this is all a coping mechanism or a survival method. Even though someone may have lots of money, it doesn't mean they have a perfect happy life. We are all dealing with something - some more than others. You could learn something from this homeless man: be a little less judgmental.
The streets will mold you that way...
I just read that Chad, passed away 14/7/23.
May he rest in peace.
really?
Very sad.
He's so handsome and smart. I hope things turn around for him.
“It’s okay, I’m stronger for it” this man deserves the guidance, he could do great things
Jesus loves you and is coming back soon
Don't forget he's also so blasé (saying its okay) bc he also has been a perpetrator. But he is awesome and does deserve a medal. Agreed.
Yes he could get a job. A model or actor? That is his issue right there. He could easily get a job, start at bottom and work up. Not be homeless. All this about how he is strong? Working 9-5 is the test.
@@darrenporter1850 you obviously have no clue what it's like to be homeless. But if you think working a 9 to 5 is the test you're delusional. Quit being a slave and do what you want. Not what others tell you to want.
@@frickfran You make zero sense. If he does not want to be a 'slave' to the system, why is there a youtube video of him highlighting being homeless? Working, being responsible and providing for yourself is the biggest test. What you want? The state to provide for you? No. Being a man and providing for yourself is being a man.
He is a very likable guy with such soft eyes,a gentle demeanor and still possesses that child like wonder. What a gem of a human being. God bless him.
The child like part seems to be a common theme with a lot of people who had abusive childhoods. Not sure how it comes about. The worse part is it probably makes them a target as adults for other abusers.
Well said. 🥺
@@eeekkk34235 I think it has something to do with the abuse stunting their emotional growth so that they never mature emotionally past a child-like state. Regressing to child-like thoughts and a child-like demeanor also becomes sort of a defense mechanism to counter the traumatic childhood experiences.
Bro he's a crack head
@@noahrobinson796 even if that was true which looks to be not the case at all..the guy is harmless and caring. How can you judge someone you don't even know? Says a lot about your character though. I'd choose this guy over anyone like you. Youre a shame
I've worked in Venice 9 years... It's always heartbreaking to hear their stories. One guy around the area lost both his parents in a car accident on their way to his high school graduation. He couldn't afford to pay the mortgage, and he lost everything and became homeless. There are outreach teams being contracted with cities to help them.
He got 3 wishes and not one of them was to benefit him specially. Most people would instinctively think about themselves if you asked to hear their 3 wishes.
Yeah, I’d probably wish for a 10 wishes more abs still have an extra two lol
@@SelfImprovement1111 you know what, I have always thought, if someone gave me 3 wishes, I would say, I only need one…………….. and my one wish would be ‘to have as many wishes as I wanted’?!
Simples! :)
@@nathanmoore7120 genius
When a man can go through Hell and come out positive, he is indestructible.
God bless, Jesus loves you and died for you
@Reese Har scam
Thank u
He looks like every member of the Red Hot Chili Peppers combined
When they were young, yes. They are nearly 60 now.
Right
200 IQ
Lol
Its Ultra pepper. Lol
Ironic how a lot of people who have most things this guy dreams of having are unhappier than him. His attitude on life is so nice
This guy should get some $ in his pocket and have more certainty in his life. He's really bright. Victim of circumstances
Dude he genuinely looks like a model wtf
Honestly!!!!. He can’t even take care of himself but he’s still more handsome than MOST people I’ve even seen!!! Could you imagine what he would look like with a nourished body? Actual perfection.
@@diora266 yes cause thats what matters here
@@amaan5229 mom what are you doing here??? I’m sorry, I forgot I’m only allowed to discuss what matters
@Toby Tran no lmaoo🤣🤣
That's what I was thinking too. His eyes say so much
When he said his grandma abused him, the grown men around him abused him and he says he's okay with a smile it straight up tortured my spirit. I wish I could go back in time and save him.
He must be super happy to be alive and have a lot of hope for a better tomorrow
there are millions out there who you can help.
@@gergototh4045 there are a lot of people that can help- but it doesn't mean they will. Sometimes people have to know what it feels like to be in someone else's shoes. I was homeless as a child but I didn't experience the abuse he went through. It's because of what I went through as a child I volunteer with local nonprofits in my communtiy to help feed and clothe the homeless where I live. When someone knows what it's like to need food, water, and shelter then they are more willing to help others because they know what it feels like. Thanks for replying to my comment Gergo I hope your having a great day.
grandma sexually abused him, really disturbing. he had no one protecting him
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
He’s absolutely beautiful inside and outside, and his way of see the world is so optimistic and happy even so.
What a strong man. Hope he finds work , and people that realy care for him.
are you serious??
he need big help and mental and physical's treatment that he would be able to live.
this guy is totaly broke.
very sad.
why people don't gather money to save him?
This person is a much better human being than many men in brand suites.
Yep. Totally.
Did u hear his wishes, coz he knows hardships he only wanna help others
@@TheYinman13 He is a pure soul, I hope he will be ok.
@@dojz9u3v Exactly. It's childish to judge people because of stereotypes. Kinda stupid to see all these likes on this comment. Makes me want to imagine how stupid people are to the point where a 14 year old can see what's wrong here.
@@dojz9u3v You take the comment literally! by people who wear brand suites I meant the wealthy the billionaires that most of the people admire them and see them as successful story despite their mean and unethical manners. If you are Russian, that means the demon Putin the Oligarchs circle around him.
He’s actually really intelligent. Someone get this man off the streets.
If hé was actually smart he wouldn’t be in this video think about it not just because they make videos and sound smart they like that, you don’t know what they do behind this
lisa LX most homeless people are, wouldnt survive otherwise
So sad.
I don’t say this to be insensitive towards him. But he’s gotta get himself off the street. Nobody is going to do it for him. Take a shit job somewhere, start saving the money and use every single resource that the closest homeless shelter offers. It would take a few months. But it’s possible. In 6 months time he may still be in poverty but he wouldn’t have to be homeless.
Sounds like he’s lieing
I really wanna know this man’s secret, he’s been homeless for years and he’s still happy and here I am, living under a roof and I still feel empty
Your not empty. Your just full and still trying to eat
Maybe homelessness is the key to a fulfilled life.
I've been in a self pity rut myself lately. These videos really put things in my life in perspective and all I have to be grateful for.
YOU LIVE FOR THE FIGHT WHEN THAT’S ALL THAT YOU GOT
Find out who you really truly are, and when you actually do, be forever that person! Alan Watts
I hope he doesn't grow old homeless. That would be incredibly sad 😢
He could get a job then he want
@@lRickGrimesl hilarious.
@@lRickGrimesl ah yes i love it when people think it really is that easy to just “get a job”
@@lRickGrimesl kinda need a home for that, unfortunately
@@lRickGrimesl ah yes the /give job cheat command is also one of my favourites.
People should be imprisoned for abandoning children. Domestic violence sucks.
Yes, let's arrest this mother for abandoning her son who's a serial killer. Mhm, makes sense.
@@omransaeed1988 What? How is he a serial killer? Sources?
I agree my fatass greedy father abandoned me at 16 i had to drop out of high school sleep in a tent outside shit outside all because i didnt get along with dads new girl. Glad i got myself out of that situation but my father was garbage and should have been arrested.
They’re supposed to be, it’s a felony in Texas to abandon children and where I work we enforce it all the time
Putting them in jail isn't helping the kids. It's fucked what ever way you look at it.
Man... dude has so much potential. The way he talks and everything. Just wow.
Get him on Ellen, Oh wait.
Futur actor/model !
And so handsome
@@daniellemillis handsome?
He looking like John Frusciante bro 😆
Nor Priest well if he had a bath and sorted himself out, yes he could be!
I feel bad for him and what he has gone through and he is honestly one of the nicest person ever… he’s more nice then my bloody friends and sisters… He’s also the nicest homeless person in the world… He’s surprisingly in pretty good shape for what he’s gone through, and kind of good looking….. God bless you mate, and stay safe.
Honestly homeless people are the most humbled people I’ve ever met
He doesn't even wishes for money or somethin for him self. Society could be more compationate like him. God Bless you Chad where ever you are.
He smiles and says he is grateful for having a sweat and a jersey because prior he had just shorts, I wished people were more grateful with what they have.
@arniebarb123 he's a better person than you are.
@arniebarb123 They are PEOPLE first, now sit down citizen.
@@arthuralexandre7944 well way better having more than just shorts couldn't even go in a store to get food back then sucked so ya way more grateful
Thank u god bless u
This guy has a better disposition than most people who have everything, what a good soul. God Bless him
Most homeless people are wonderful. I go to Venice all the time and speak to them.
You have a great last name! Nice to meet a fellow Bigelow! I'm in Virginia. Where do you live?
God bless, Jesus loves you and died for you all
yeah until he's blacked out beating you up in the store you work in
Vegan Dolls never trust a book by its cover. Don’t assume someone is a saint because they can sound nice. I’ve seen it before. A disposition doesn’t equate to a safe person to o be around consistently
How sad a tale but such a lovely personality.
And yet he still smiles. What a strong bloke.
He deserves so much more. His smile is wider than some people who have everything. He isn’t even complaining, he’s so chill about a situation that most wouldn’t endure. So strong.
dude he can get a job, he just donst want to work wtf u mean
So do something
@@ImEpicc nah chief not in Cali lmfaoo if he moves to Arizona maybe
@@ImEpicc he’s very uneducated. even if he worked at a minimum wage job he’d still not have enough for a house
How great somebody is not only dissin without knowing half of it :D
Three wishes... and not once did he wish for himself. A man who has nothing yet prioritizes others.
That was beautiful and heartbreaking.
Everyone seeks out self interest. Its not a bad thing. Nor is it "beautiful" to not prioritise the self. You live in delusion.
@@arthedainedain9846 ok Arthedain
@@doctordank7420 lol "you help others at expense of yourself and ill do the same." Well both be miserable but at least we're both "amazing people." Pure delusion and virtue signalling... Also kind of midwit level thinking. Unimpressive. Midwits are a scourge.
@@arthedainedain9846 I happen to agree about self-interest, it's necessary for survival and intrinsic to nature. As it turns out though, so is altruism; as defined in zoology, of course, not the ethical doctrine. Also, beauty is mostly subjective and your opinion on my appreciation of it is meaningless.
I hope you begin to realize your response lacks relevance since you assumed too much and come off as confrontational, arrogant, and rude. Which not only will most people find off-putting and lessen your ability to make an impact, but just takes away from your almost well elaborated comment.
He has had to manipulate people his whole life ,,,He will tell you what you want to hear,,,,,,,,,
This man literally motivated me and showed the real meaning of life and what being optimistic means than those motivational shit I was watching.
I agree. I'm kinda blown away.
😂
His diction and verbal fluency leads me to believe that he barely did any illicit substances, or at least he did't reached the point where verbal and motor skills are impaired. I hope he gets off the streets, he's still young enough to sow a fruitful life.
@@timetravellingbunny3952 He even has a FB profile. He looks as if he was involved with some gang activity, and exploited himself as such. I would say at his age of 29, this will be his life.
@@timetravellingbunny3952 What's that thing online about??
@@SenemYucel19 "What's that thing online about??"
I don't know what you are referring to. A web search for "Chad Stephan Swegle” will show links to his arrest record, to his mugshot. I provided that as a reference for those who want to verify my comment.
@@timetravellingbunny3952 That's too bad. Obviously can't know what the charge was about, but hurt people hurt people - there's a prevalence of victim-to-perpetrator cycle when it comes to child abuse.
I couldn't agree more!
Not one wish was for himself. He deserves help and a better life.
Emilia Berntsson he doesn’t want it because he’s never had it, why want something that his whole life he hasn’t had
He wants something better but has no idea how to even wish for it. That is years of being conditioned to expect nothing. Super sad to think about.
@t You don't know shit dude.. Stop judging..
@Emilia Berntsson That was a great comment you made. Short and sweet.
@@SuperMsPharmacy you don't know what the hell you're talkin about at all
This how failed and neglectful our system is. He is so intelligent and mild mannered. I hope the best for him.
It actually started with his mother, can't imagine living in a car. Very sad but he has such a great attitude. Wonder if she ever wonders where he is?
@key peele you are right. We shouldn’t count just in the system but private institutions don’t have enough support and viceversa. It’s up to us to push better legislation. Too many broken people in the world.
@Andy Chou do you know me? Do you know what I do for a living or volunteer for? That’s reason I’m saying it part of our faulty system. Thank you.
@Andy Chou do you volunteer? Okay, so for everyone out there; volunteer at your local food pantry. Please volunteer your time or economic support, since our government prefers to put money elsewhere.
I need to clarify what I meant the government assisting and sustaining system to help with helping others.
This video opened my eyes. I never realized children grew up in the streets from as young as this man has. I can’t believe how inspiring this video was and this guy was just being himself. The wishes, incredible. He didn’t wish for a shirt but wished for the world. Value in this. Sending prayers for a bright future man, you’ll go far!
America society became evil and bad.
they don't have mercy
hope god will give another corona so many Americans will burry their family.
it's the punishment for evil society like Americans.
Chad Swegle died in a public bathroom on July 14, 2023 of a drug overdose. He was 31 yo. I posted this earlier today, but the post disappeared.
@@biguy47905thank you for sharing this. May he rest in peace. I’ve thought of this video many times since I watched two years ago. Inspiring video.
this guy is a prime example of to be thankful of everything you have. i hope this guy is going out strong and well, id be down to give this guys every dollar i could spare
Chad Swegle died in a public bathroom on July 14, 2023 of a drug overdose. He was 31 yo. I posted this earlier today, but the post disappeared.
"It's OK, Im stronger for it." Humbly stated. Impressive.
This man is a fucking warrior legendary in my eyes
@@cynthiarangel9067 thank u so much I appreciate it alot
@@cynthiarangel9067 thank u so much god bless
Everyone of his wishes was for others ,not for himself .
that’s a kind man
“I was blacked out beat the dude up maybe 2 times I don’t know”
@@nickhendo3960 "I was abused by like 2, beaten by grown men, developed a defense mechanism to perv attacks, anger issues, ptsd stuff"
I think he understands that what's good for all of humanity is good for him as well, it doesn't have to be divided.
All the best for this man, he deserves so much. London, UK
This changes my outlook on homeless people. Thank you for the powerful message.
The system failed him as a kid. Foster care isn’t always better.
From what I hear foster care is often shit. It leads to trafficking and is often a haven for pedos and abusers.
dubl plus yeah..prolly doing chores, having to go to school, homeworks too. Curfews!!! No kids should go through that!
@@bighum70 those sound like good things for a kid. Unfortunately the data shows foster care involves a lot of rape. These poor kids need someone to give em the things you mentioned but sometimes theyre also abused. Pretty shitty right?
How's so? Hes alive.
Yet people want to cry out and take away women’s rights to decide if abortion is best to them
We should never judge the homeless because we have never walked their path.
AAAMEN: they need help, encouragemet & most of all: JESUS CHRIST!!! 😇😍🤗
I have
110 % ❤️ can I have your IG or FB so that I can friend req there..., I can see what type of a perosn by seeing your comment I really admire.., respect and love this toe of personalities..., Don’t think I’m rubbing you some butter / somethin lyk dat..., I’m just saying it straight frm my heart. ON GOD. I hope I see you. (Any social media)
Thank you ❤️
And you could be homeless anyone can walk or live that life
@@agak9974 get a soul!
Thank u for helping spread the message. Thank u very much
When we say people deserve a second chance in life, this guy didn’t even get the first one. Family and society failed this kid.
Wish him health and safety
This guy is a warrior. Obviously not stupid. He's clearly taking it in stride and he's gorgeous.
Lol why don't you move into his tent then.
He is though.
@@zacharyvandyke1717 lmao
@Armathy he's famous because he failed
@Armathy truth.
His 3 wishes is never about himself. It’s the world, other people... someone please give this man a job & shelter. 😢
Would you give him shelter?
@jon yes if in Singapore, our government also have programs & job for the homeless 🙏🏼✨
@@chycahaya I see, wonder if you can sponsor him for a visa though, I've heard it's tough to immigrate to Singapore, besides not sure how you could get in contact with this guy, maybe if you reach out to the video poster in this channel? It's one in a million chance but you never know until you try, I guess...
@@chycahaya DO IT, DO IT, DO IT, DO IT.
@Elias Tornes You mean people are willing to give him shelter because he's white?
It was deeply moving and so touching.He is so alive while having nothing,but he got a huge heart...bless you brother.!!Hope you stay safe
He's actually really knowledgeable although being a homeless guy for most of his life. Praying that God sends him the right people and connections to help him.
How about you help him?
This man is very inspiring. He has nothing, been treated unfairly, abused, yet still positive, kind, and respectful.
He was treated so badly because he didn't fight back.
@@annan7728 Maybe that's true, but regardless, no one deserves what he went through. When you're just a kid, you're the most vulnerable, and your experiences shape who you will become. The fact that he appears so positive and respectful in this video is very inspiring to me.
Yeah that's why he fights people and gets beat by baseball bats. Get real
@Dr. Fun yeah most probably are, that's kind of the definition of a shitty person. Maybe he was lying to you and manipulating your opinion of him? Psychos are out there
@@annan7728 what are you even saying. That made no sense it's like you didn't even watch the video.
Dude has three wishes and not a single one is about him or bettering his circumstances; very inspiring.
Thats inspiring....
I would’ve never figured his face was reconstructed . he is a very attractive man after all that and has a beautiful spirit . He does not deserve to be out there.
This is so sad. He doesn’t know anything but homeless and rich people blame the poor for being poor.
What an ignorant thing to say.
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The conservatives for sure blame him
@@julesjules5439 The liberals would just say he's privileged because he's white
@@mrusername3438 He musta lost his White Privilege card.
It’s crazy how a guy with his background can have a better attitude than almost everyone else
It's beautiful, but also a coping mechanism.
including me.. because I know I would be bitter as hell if he asked me for an interview in that position.... or maybe not I don't know who knows what type of people you meet out on the street who help you better than your family ever could.... 🤔
@@SaraZion ya some what is take it on stride type of thing
He had more optimism than the most people with a normal life and money
it’s just privilege... and they let it get to their heads. this man right here knows the low of lowest and is soooo optimistic.
So true....some of the rich miners I’ve worked with are such fuckin’ miserable people.
I've worked around wealthy people who are miserable and unhealthy. They don't get it when you're happy without being rich.
Well, he knows what’s important for life. But also, I hear the substance abuse issue. I want to feel sad at the missed potential, but he’s not too sad!
Rich people are some of the most miserable people. They have all the same problems as other people besides financially
What a beautiful soul ♡ I hope that one day someone gives him a helping hand.
This is too sad. He’s such a good looking young man who can still clean up his life. I wish him all the best💕
As someone who had his head shoved out of a bus window by a drug addict at 9, almost murdered by a relative's junkie mate at 11, and the victim of complex trauma since 12 to Now, I promise you that catastrophy is never by choice and always by circumstance.
Thank god for this channel, and the work that you and Invisible People do.
Amen.
Always by circumstance 😔
Yeah but if you put your self in the catastrophe then its by choice.
Silky Johnson so they put themselves in that situation when they were 9?
Ehhhh like 90% of the time. It’s sum mf who have good lives and bring themselves catastrophe and have nobody to blame but themselves. But in situations such as the one you describe, those are indeed circumstance
Q P ehhh not really though, people who suffer from any type of abuse are more prone to turn to drugs as an escape, heck my uncle had a shitty shitty life, & now he’s dead because of heroin, addiction is a bitch.
“I’m sorry” “It’s ok I’m stronger for it”
What a lad. What a champ of a person.
Thank u and God bless u
Chad has also suffered great personal losses. After seeing that interview I thought a lot about you Chad, wondering how and if you are coping. Wish you all the best.
Chad Swegle died in a public bathroom on July 14, 2023 of a drug overdose. He was 31 yo. I posted this earlier today, but the post disappeared.
what a beautiful soul. he deserves so much love
None of his 3 wishes had “I” in it, they were all about something other than him. The ones who have the least are the ones that want to give the most to others and the world
This man should be working with homeless people as a counsellor
Honestly though I think this is correct what you're saying.
What he went through you can't imitate in a school.
@@1joshjosh1 why would you want to "imitate it in school?"
@@williamdonnel6674
Actually my true opinion is to put him through school and then he can counsel homeless people.
Sorry what school is school and education is education.
It's there for a reason
Yep"
That would be amazing for him. Life is his experience
Good looking rooster , someone should invest in this lad , with a
“ nothing to lose “ attitude , he will be a complete success !!
Oh my God, this just showed me that judging people is such a horrible thing I pray that you find peace, work and a home a new life 🤲🏼
it's so sad how casual he is about being homeless,, it shouldn't have to be like this :(( ,, his optimism is staggering, i hope it works out for him :)
Yes, it's much better to be on the hamster wheel
of consumerism, generating bills to be paid every thirty days until you can't and then become free (homeless).
He’s casual about it cuz it’s been his life.
Even sadder how casual he is about being molested as a child and having no shoes as an adult.
@@anamericaninamericavotesblue so have you given up employment and having a home to become "free" yet? 🙄
M K it’s because no one is gonna do anything for you. Most people never care at all when people are abused in reality.
He's an articulate, intelligent, handsome guy. I feel for him.
j c he was just complementing him 🙄
@j c I'm not gay. I don't think he's handsome.
I think he's probably a better person than you are at this point.
Man. You're strong. May God bless you 🙏!! I'm keeping you in my prayers. Now I know how privileged I really am. Keep strong my brother.
If anyone doesn’t know, this man passed away on the Cali beach in July of 2023 due to an accidental overdose. It is incredibly sad since he seemed to have such a good heart judging from this interview.
😢
Life is cruel and shows no fkn mercy to some people.
This guy has been through waaaay worse than I have, and yet, has a far better attitude than I have.
same, and im ashamed of that fact. Jesus help me.
@@michaelb5767 Jesus ain't going to help, only YOU can ask for help, Jesus won't.
Perhaps he has this attitude because of what he's been through?
dont judge him based off this 9 min video..
Yooo im the same way ...i been through shit like him in a different way and some simliar ways ...and a lot of ppl have fucked up attitudes because they keep holding on to the past....see this guy and myself have a mind state of knowing that ""you can't go back in time and change things'" .....you have to just move one with the future and make the best of it....and dont get me wrong...i totally understand that you can't let go of the past right away...im not saying to get over it right away... this a message for ppl that have fucked up attitudes holding on to some shit that happened several years ago ....u need to start letting it go after a year
Damn, that dude is so much better than most people
Thank God bless u
I wish somebody would give this man a break, he reminded me of the surfers here in Australia.
What an amazing outlook this young man has. His countenance is strong and peaceful. God Bless you!
This man has more heart than most people I've met in school or University.
More heart than almost anyone these days....
Yes the way he was beating on a store owner, he beat him with heart.
@@scrapplepig exactly !
This dude has a long rap sheet as well.. Felony burglary and meth just to name a few.
Hellz he isn't even homeless. On his Facebook he says he attended UCLA and he posts all kinds fun photos even one of his awesome pro diving watch 👍
Stanley Hape which is his facebook?
@@MS-ly4mx Chad Stephen Balcom
'He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has.
' - Epictetus (Roman Slave)
Dude...he’s homeless, I think this guy can grieve about what he doesn’t have considering everything that’s happened to him, compared to someone born into stability self pitying themselves about why they didn’t turn pro lmao
I’ve never seen anyone in his situation so strong and positive before. He’s amazing. I really hope he gets the help he needs to live his life to his full potential. He seems to have a lot of inner strength which many normal folks don’t have.
Amazing testimony, we wish Chad all the best.
This kills me, this man’s soul is alive.
His soul is dead. He has repressed it all. I feel bad for him.
AJ L are You god ? Didn’t think so shut your mouth
No its actually not. He conned you good. He depends on ignorant people like you to feel sorry for him. He is nothing more than a maipulative Sociopath. As a matter of fact he makes a living off it. But you bought it hook line and sinker. That is how he survives and gets through life. Manipulating people like you. He is very clever. You are enabling his behavior. The guy is smart and very capable of making an honest living. But morons like you enable his behavior. This guy could run a company. But why when people like you give him everything for free? Your more delusional than him. How is that for Irony? Do I amuse you?
Luis Arroyo he doesn’t watch the news.
I agree with you Luis Arroyo !! Kills me too!!
Gorgeous personality. Such optimism, even in his situation.
Or maybe he's just braindead.
J79 did you listen to him speak at all? He‘s actually very clear with his thoughts and speech.
@@trulycute7545 I disagree, I think that he is a troublemaker. But he's not an animal. If he got himself a minimum wage job that would be a huge success for a guy like that.
@@Glickan he dosen't have ID mate
@@Glickan doesn't have shoes, doesn't have "work" clothes. He has nothing.
With that said, he even tells the story about being beaten while "blacked out" he probably made some bad choices but alot he probably didn't have the choice, was just forced into the situation
I usually hate when UA-camrs approach a homeless person and film the whole interaction. This is a very respectful interview of a very respect- worthy individual.
Omg he is just beautiful inside and out. I want to give him a big hug 🤗
We need more people like you in the world buddy.
Look at his life and he is still so grateful for everything.
Definition of a true soldier right there
Wish you nothing but the best for the future, I hope you can reach your dreams!!!
This man is rich in the spirit and he doesn't know it.
he does, he can read better most of us then other way around. Being so long out in the street in survival mode, he knows what he knows
the spirit is the only wealth you need, everything else is temporary
Thank u your chill I appreciate your kindness
He does know it
Stfu he still
He was asked what 3 wishes would you want and not one was for himself, im humbled right now! ✌🏻♥️
Holes by Passenger... life goes on🚶♂️
Don't you think that might be the problem, not learning to wish something for him. Without forgetting wishing for others, looking for balance. 🙏🏻
Adrien Malfroy i couldn’t agree more Adrien, its all about balance!
Jack Lan sad part is your right
I was saying the same thing. Not one of those wishes were personal. What a man!
Man, I'm so sorry he had those horrible experiences! It rips the system, but we can learn ressorces to support ourselves and learn to receive support from other people. He's so beautiful! Lots of blessing his way ❤❤❤
RIP Chad :(
Thank you ❤
Molested by his grandmother, I so hate this world it is so disgusting the things people do to children and worst of all it will never change
Don't get the world confused with individuals.
@Chad Chaderson Goon?" Individuals make up the world" ok Chad
It WILL change. Jesus is returning to rule his kingdom. Repent. The tribulation is coming soon.
Unless we make killing them normal
This is as much of a haven for God, as it is a playground for the Devil.
Its sad to think that he came into this world as a clean slate and was ruined by people that took advantage of his vulnerability.
Hi he is not ruined, he is an Inspiration to have Survived the Challenges he wrote before reincarnation xx
Yeah; it really makes feel like humans can be so rotten to other humans..it is shameful. 😖😖
@@gracemcnamara4470 just because the video is beautiful and focuses on the good words coming out of this man's mouth doesn't mean he's not ruined. If you pay attention and know, it's actually obvious he suffers from CPTSD and it doesn't take an exceptional mind to see it either. He's just used his resilience to build a fake self and 'move on'.
@@sebastienchamarande5710 you're very right. It's to protect him. His mind. He lives off survival, and those who have been through it can see it so easily.
@Grace McNamara 😂
He could be a model.. seriously. He's got bright personality as well.
Blue eyes
He is so simple, so pure.
I hope he gets what he deserves. Life owes you.
Let's get this kid cleaned up and learning literature. He has a book in his brain that I'd like to read.
I couldn’t agree more!
Yesss!
Wow that was such an elegant way to put it!
The whole time I was thinking of how many stories he must have. I would happily buy this book.
Yes, he is a good storyteller; I watched the whole interview. I hope some writer meets with him and helps publish something; could be a book or a tv script.
Camera man: I am sorry...
The guy: it’s okay
This makes me sad
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@@Falcon2.39-1 listen to him. He said he’s been going through mental, physical, sexual abuse since he was 11. So much so that it seemingly doesn’t even bother him, it’s just the life he’s used to. & that’s sad
Me, too. Because it is most definitely not okay
Me too. I was in the u.s. in 2000. I was schocked by how people treated the homeless there. Not an answer what you should do but comparing it to my country there is room for improvement. So there is hope for the world.
I am not saying things are 100% ok here btw.
Sending love and blessings to this guy all the way from Australia.
He has one of the best attitudes I've ever seen in a human.
If anyone happens to bump into him in that area please please please help him out.
I'm praying he gets a good break in life 🙏💖